Following the unprecedented success of Dhurandhar and winning praises for his performance, Akshaye Khanna makes his Telugu debut in the Puja Aparna Kolluru directorial “Mahakali” produced under the banner of Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU). He essays the pivotal role as Shukracharya. In the first look, he looks menacing.
film Mahakali, playing the pivotal role of Shukracharya. The film is directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru and produced by RKD Studios, with the first look revealing Akshaye as a menacing, sage-like figure known as the “Asuraguru”.
The character is described to have flowing silver hair and a long beard, with a grey, monochromatic palette reflecting a “dark and commanding” aura.
Mahakali is a Telugu mythological superhero film centering on a female protagonist (played by Bhoomi Shetty), making it a major addition to the expanding PVCU universe.
The film is scheduled to hit screens on May 15, 2026.
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